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Knob Creek Old Fashioned

A classic cocktail that embodies warmth and sophistication with balanced flavors of bourbon, bitters, and a hint of citrus.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz Knob Creek bourbon
  • 1 sugar cube or 1/2 teaspoon simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 orange peel for garnish
  • 1 cherry for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon or stirring stick
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Strainer (optional)
  • Old fashioned glass

Method
 

  1. Place a sugar cube in a mixing glass.
  2. Add two dashes of Angostura bitters to the sugar cube.
  3. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to crush the sugar and bitters together.
  4. Measure out two ounces of Knob Creek bourbon and pour it into the mixing glass.
  5. Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes.
  6. Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds.
  7. Strain the cocktail into an old fashioned glass filled with a large ice cube.
  8. Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink and drop it in, and add a cherry if desired.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness to your taste; try using less sugar if you prefer a drier cocktail.